月亮与六便士

The Moon and Sixpence is a novel by W. Somerset Maugham, inspired by the life of the painter Paul Gauguin. The story follows Charles Strickland, a middle-aged stockbroker in London, who abandons his family and career to pursue(追求) his passion for painting. Strickland's obsession(痴迷) with art leads him to Tahiti, where he seeks to create a new life and express his artistic vision. The novel explores themes of individuality(个性), the conflict(冲突) between societal expectations and personal desires, and the nature of artistic genius. Strickland's journey is marked by his relentless(无情的) pursuit of beauty and truth, often at the expense of his relationships and moral obligations. Maugham's narrative raises questions about the sacrifices(牺牲) artists make for their craft and the price of true creativity(创造力). Ultimately, The Moon and Sixpence is a profound(深刻的) exploration of the complexities of the human spirit and the pursuit of one's dreams, regardless of the consequences(后果).